Diastasis Recti Physiotherapy in NE Calgary
A gap down the middle of the abdomen after pregnancy, a belly that domes when you sit up, a core that does not feel connected — diastasis recti is common and treatable, and the right program gets you back to lifting, running and your kids. At Cityscape Square NE.
- Private treatment room
- Internal assessment only with your consent
- Direct billing to most plans
- No referral needed
What It Is and Why It Happens
Diastasis recti is the widening of the gap between the two halves of the rectus abdominis (the six-pack muscle) along the midline, where the connective tissue stretched during pregnancy. Almost everyone has some separation late in pregnancy; for many it narrows in the months after birth, but for a significant number it persists, with a visible dome or bulge when sitting up, a soft midline, low back or pelvic pain, and a feeling that the core simply does not work.
The goal of treatment is not to close the gap to zero — it is to restore tension and function across the midline so the abdominal wall and pelvic floor work as a unit again.
What We Assess and Treat
Our physiotherapists at Cityscape Square NE assess and treat:
- Abdominal separation after pregnancy
- Doming or coning of the abdomen with sitting up or lifting
- Low back and pelvic pain linked to core weakness
- Feeling of core disconnection or weakness
- Diastasis with pelvic floor symptoms (leaking, heaviness)
- Diastasis in men and after significant weight change
- Return to running, lifting and sport after baby
- Pre-surgical conditioning before abdominoplasty
How We Treat Diastasis Recti
Assessment measures the gap and, more importantly, the tension you can generate across it, along with breathing pattern, pelvic floor function and how you move when lifting your baby or getting off the floor. Treatment is a progressive program that connects breath, pelvic floor and deep abdominals, then loads the core in the positions and tasks you actually do, with cues to eliminate doming. We progress you to impact and lifting with clear criteria. Our pelvic floor physiotherapy and postnatal massage services are on the same chart.
Diastasis can be assessed and treated at any point after birth — six weeks, six months or six years. See also incontinence and prolapse, which often coexist.
Why NE Calgary Patients Choose Apollo
What sets our approach apart:
We measure what your core can do, not just the centimetres.
Because the two systems work as one.
Clear milestones for running, lifting and sport.
Continuity for a personal process.
Pricing
Transparent fees, billed directly to your extended health plan where covered.
Fees
Specialty Physiotherapy
Chiropractic & Massage
Insurance and Direct Billing
Diastasis Recti Physiotherapy is billed as physiotherapy and covered by most extended health plans, with direct billing to Alberta Blue Cross, Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life and others. Initial pelvic health assessments are longer than a standard physiotherapy visit; we confirm your per-visit maximum in advance so there are no surprises. Postpartum care is often covered under the same physiotherapy benefit, and no referral is needed.
- Billed as physiotherapy — direct billing to most plans
- Per-visit maximum confirmed before your first visit
- No referral needed
- Private treatment room
Not sure what your plan covers? Call us and we will check before your first visit.
Book an Assessment at Cityscape Square NE
Apollo Physiotherapy, Unit 210 – 100 Cityscape Square NE, at Métis Trail and Country Hills Blvd. Free parking, open until 7 pm Friday and 9–4 Saturday. Direct billing to most plans. Call (403) 300-2400 or book online.
Our Patients Share Their Journey
Meet Our Dedicated Hands-On Team
Ramesh Bimagani
Physical Therapist & Clinic Director
Bringing over two decades of clinical practice, Ramesh utilizes a blend of spinal manipulation, manual therapy, and acupuncture. He builds customized rehabilitation plans to address the structural issues caused by collisions.
Vaidarbhi Patel
Physical Therapist
Vaidarbhi focuses on analyzing complex injuries to find clear rehabilitation solutions. Her composed, structured approach helps patients manage structural tissue strain and safely regain their physical movement following a collision.
Harmandeep Singh
Physical Therapist
Harmandeep targets musculoskeletal strain with localized exercise prescriptions and myofascial release. He provides detailed post-injury education to help patients rebuild physical durability, coordinate balance, and successfully prevent long-term complications.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Diastasis Recti Physiotherapy
In most cases, yes. Physiotherapy restores function and reduces the gap; surgery is reserved for large, symptomatic separations that do not respond.
A gentle breathing and connection program can begin in the first weeks; a full assessment is usually done from six weeks. It is never too late to start.
Early on, yes, and any exercise that causes doming. As tension improves, most movements can be reintroduced with the right technique.
Booking and Coverage
No. Book directly. Some plans need a physician referral for reimbursement; we will tell you if yours does.
Yes. Apollo is at Cityscape Square NE, minutes from every north-east community, with free parking.
Usually, on weekdays. Call (403) 300-2400.
Hours and Location
Mon–Wed 10–6, Thu 10–6:30, Fri 10–7, Sat 9–4.
Unit 210 – 100 Cityscape Square NE, at Métis Trail and Country Hills Blvd. Free surface parking, elevator access.